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Old Oct 15, 2013 | 03:41 PM
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Default 2012 FX4 Leveling Kit Advice

Hey guys, first post. I'm looking for advice on what leveling kits to look into as I want to bring the front end of my FX4 up 2-3 inches. What would you recommend and why?

Any info would help. Also, if you know of any good shops around DFW for aftermarket work, that would be helpful as well.
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Old Oct 15, 2013 | 03:47 PM
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I had auto shop install Bilstein 5100 on front, you have options for 2.25 max, I went with 1.75, I like it and 5100 rear, love the better ride. Some said the 2.25 might cause a stiffer ride, but may adjust later, but Bilstie is the way to go, used them on three different F150 trucks
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Old Oct 15, 2013 | 03:48 PM
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I used the Bilstein 5100 shocks to level my truck and they worked out great. Didn't change the ride any and lifted it just as much as I wanted.
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Old Oct 15, 2013 | 04:04 PM
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I did a HBS 2" up front and a 1" shackle in the rear. Truck sits up real nice and only have $125 int he lift parts. Truck rides like stock but sits more level. Initially i did just the spacers and the truck had a slight rake foward like it should, but on certain angles and hills it looked to be sitting nose high.

The shackles added the perfect amount of lift to correct.
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Old Oct 15, 2013 | 08:14 PM
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Two great ways to go below:

Bilstein 5100 Leveling Shocks
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Rancho QuickLift Loaded Leveling Shocks
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Old Oct 15, 2013 | 08:33 PM
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2.5" Autospring kit with 3" replacement rear block. Rides great, good stance. I'm pleased with it overall but after having it on for 8 months I've got the ?McGaughys 6.5" lift going on this weekend.

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Old Oct 15, 2013 | 08:36 PM
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NICE looking truck
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Old Oct 16, 2013 | 09:35 AM
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Truck looks great, thanks for the info!
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Old Oct 16, 2013 | 09:57 AM
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I love my icon coil overs they are adjustable 1-3 inches and rides awesome!!!!!
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